In a rare and heartwarming occurrence, two private hospitals in Abu Dhabi welcomed newborns at the stroke of midnight, marking the joyous occasion of Eid Al Adha.
As the clock struck 12, two families, one Egyptian and the other Jordanian, celebrated Eid by welcoming the newest members and second babies to their families. The proud parents of baby Lydia and baby Bessan are overjoyed by the arrivals, which took place at Medeor and Burjeel Hospitals, respectively, in the capital city.
Mohamed Abdel-aal Elsayed and Shaimaa Ibrahim Selima are thrilled at the birth of their baby girl, Lydia, who weighs 2.590kg. Baby Lydia, their second child, was born at Medeor Hospital.
“We thank the Almighty for the birth of our healthy baby girl on this blessed day. Her arrival has added to the sweetness of the occasion. We are excited to become a family of four,” said Elsayed, expressing gratitude to Dr. Prof Walid El Sherbiny, consultant in obstetrics and gynecology and head of department, for being with them throughout the pregnancy journey.
Dr. Prof El Sherbiny remarked, “We celebrate the birth of baby Lydia on this special day. Babies born on an auspicious day bring added joy to our hearts. We are glad the delivery went smoothly, and the mother and child are doing well. We wish them good health and happiness.”
Meanwhile, Jordanian parents Ahmed Hossam Najar and Batool Mohammad Shaban welcomed their baby girl, Bessan, weighing 3.370kg. Baby Bessan is their second child.
“We feel blessed to welcome our baby on the first day of Eid Al Adha. Her birth has made our celebrations extra special. We will cherish this moment forever,” said the delighted parents.
Dr. Fady Georges Hachem, consultant in obstetrics and gynecology, added, “It is a blessing to bring a new life into this world. The entire medical team at Burjeel Hospital wishes baby Bessan and her family a healthy and prosperous future.”
At 12:08, Indian parents Ajitha Chandran and Vineeth Kumar became parents for the second time. Baby boy Juan Vineeth, weighing 3.230kg, was born at NMC Specialty Hospital in Abu Dhabi.
“We are very happy that our second child was born in time for the celebration of Eid Al Adha. It is truly a blessing for our family. We are very thankful to Dr. Kiran Mehndiratta for her thorough professionalism and outstanding care for my wife throughout her pregnancy and delivery,” expressed the parents.
Dr. Kiran, specialist obstetrician and gynecologist, added, “I am delighted to deliver baby Juan as the first baby born here in NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi, in time for the celebration of Eid Al Adha. This is a day that symbolizes joy, happiness, and harmony. May God bless baby Juan with good health and a bright future.”
